Ground Systems Engineer I, Electrical

Rocket Lab · 2246 Neutron - Stennis

Where: Stennis Space Center, MS
Posted: Jan 15

Rocket Lab is the end-to-end space company building rockets, spacecraft, and critical subsystems that keep the world connected, protected, expand humanity’s reach to the Moon, Mars, and beyond. We move fast, build real hardware for meaningful missions, and make the impossible routine. Come shape the future with us.

NEUTRON

Neutron is a medium lift launch vehicle capable of delivering the mega constellations of tomorrow, high assurance payloads, and human spaceflight. As a highly reusable launch platform, Neutron will deliver a highly cost-effective and reliable launch solution leveraging Rocket Lab’s proven execution history with the Electron program.

GROUND SYSTEMS ENGINEER I, ELECTRICAL

Based out of Rocket Lab's Test Facility at Stennis Space Center in Mississippi, the Ground Systems Engineer I, Electrical is responsible for critical test facilities to support the Archimedes rocket…

What you get

Design critical test infrastructure including process diagrams; line drawings; electrical system layout for power, lighting, computer systems; data acquisition system front and back ends; and instrumentation systems
Specify and procure electrical and computer systems equipment including data acquisition, PLC, and instrumentation
Coordinate with vendors and facilities groups to design, purchase, and fabricate key subsystems.
Collaborate closely with other Rocket Lab test and launch sites to ensure safety and seamless operation of electrical ground systems
Work onsite at our test facility for build-out & activation including preparation of test procedures, interfacing with data acquisition and control systems, and collecting and interpreting critical data to support test facility readiness
Collaborate with Archimedes engine and Neutron vehicle design teams to prepare and perform tests on key engine and stage hardware
Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, electronics engineering, computer engineering or equivalent disciplines
Demonstrated experience designing, building and operating electrical systems at aerospace test or launch facilities either in internships, college activities or prior employment
A Masters degree or PHD in Electrical Engineering or related engineering field.
Experience operating facilities for liquid oxygen and liquid methane